El Farella
Protected Area
Reserva Marina de Levante de Mallorca-Cala Ratjada
Why dive here
With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - El Farella offers some of Balearic Islands's richest wall diving. Water ranges 15-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Farella, tucked away in the Balearic Islands, offers a straightforward dive for those looking to explore the Spanish Mediterranean. You'll likely find a good mix of smaller reef fish here, along with octopus and cuttlefish hiding among the rocks. It’s a solid choice for an easy afternoon dive, particularly if you’re newer to the area or prefer less challenging conditions.
Typical El Farella Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Skualo
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Farella
El Farella Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Farella, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (39.52, 2.73) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
75°F · Range: 21.3–25.9°C
Current Speed
26.93 cm/s
Direction: NE (31.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.141 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
37 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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